Smart Steps to Take After a Car Crash Occurs
Although the aftermath of a car crash can be both overwhelming and disorienting, it is important to act quickly to protect your well-being and your legal options. Time can feel like it is either slowing down or speeding up considerably after a wreck occurs. Take a few deep breaths to steady yourself and follow as […]
Read MoreWhat Happens If I Am the One At Fault In A Car Accident?
You were just in an accident and it was your fault. You know that the at-fault driver is liable for the damages that result in most scenarios, but in some cases, determining fault and liability can be a challenge. You need to familiarize yourself with the state laws that apply to your situation, and then […]
Read MoreCase Settlement: When Will I See My Money?
When personal injury cases arise, one of the ways to make them go away as soon as possible is through -out -of court settlements. Out -of -court settlements occur when the attorneys of the plaintiff and the defendant agree to pay a certain amount (as agreed by the two attorneys) to the plaintiff rather than […]
Read MoreWhat Constitutes Nursing Home Negligence?
As our population ages, many of us must face the possibility of long-term nursing care for either ourselves, our parents, or even our friends. It is a tough decision to place a loved one in a nursing home, and when you do, you expect the best care possible. Unfortunately, many nursing homes in California fail […]
Read MoreSexual Harassment Scenarios in the Workplace
In an attempt to define the term sexual harassment, the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) describes it as “any unwelcome sexual advances, or other visual, verbal, or physical conduct of a sexual nature and actions that create an intimidating, hostile, or offensive work environment based on an employee’s sex.“ Despite years of attention […]
Read More5 Steps You Should Take After Being Bitten by a Dog
A dog attack can happen to anyone irrespective of their age or body size. Being bitten by a dog can lead to severe and long-term injuries, especially if not treated properly. Most of the time, you may not instantly know the extent of the damage or the cost of the injuries. You must understand your […]
Read MoreHow do I know if I have a Personal Injury Case?
What is Personal Injury? A personal injury occurs when a person suffers some damage from the intentional or negligent action of others. Such damage can occur from car accidents, defective products, slip and fall situations, dog bites, medical malpractice, and libel and slander. When someone suffers injuries because of the intentional or negligent act of […]
Read More10 QUESTIONS TO ASK YOUR PERSONAL INJURY LAWYER
You wouldn’t want to hire a surveyor to do your plumbing or a carpenter to handle your untidy garden, would you? The same goes when hiring a personal injury attorney to represent you in a case such as a bicycle accident. Tussles with insurance companies for compensation can get tiring along with negotiations for a […]
Read MoreFIRST STEPS TO TAKE AFTER GETTING IN A BIKE ACCIDENT
Riding a bicycle is usually an inexpensive and convenient means of transportation for most people until the unexpected happens. Bike accidents occur almost every year, with as high as a thousand crashes reported. According to outsideonline, there were as many as more than eight hundred cycling fatalities in 2016 alone. Most bike accidents usually involve […]
Read MoreHow Unemployment Laws Differ in Each State
While some employees may receive severance bonuses when they leave their jobs, others may have to depend on unemployment insurance at some point. Unemployment insurance (UI) is a financial assistance program for individuals who become unemployed due to no fault of their own. Eligible individuals, who are unemployed, receive weekly payment for a set period […]
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